In Afghanistan’s Garmser District, Praise for a U.S. Official’s Tireless Work by Rajiv Chandrasekaran, Washington Post. BLUF:
Afghan officials and U.S. commanders credit Malkasian with playing a critical role in the transformation of Garmser from one of the country’s most violent, Taliban-infested districts to a place so quiet that some Marines wish they had more chances to fire their weapons.
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I worked with this gentleman in Garmsir during the summer/fall of 09 with the ANP. His understanding of Pashto culture and language was superb, and he was light years ahead of his British mirror, who treated the Afghans like subjects. A true professional, I'd be honored to work with him again in the future.